Laurène Philippot

Laurène is the blog's creator. Originally from Brittany but now living in Alsace, she has fallen in love with her adopted region and loves exploring its every nook and cranny to unearth great ideas to share with you!

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Visit to the Black Forest National Park
By Laurène Philippot

We’re lucky enough to have a National Park close to Alsace, on the doorstep of our German neighbors: the Black Forest National Park allows you to hike in magnificent wilderness. Can I give you a lift? What is the Black Forest National Park? Created in 2014, the Black Forest National Park(Nationalpark Schwarzwald) is located in […]

What to do in the Upper Black Forest? 5 ideas around Titisee
By Laurène Philippot

Looking for nature, lakes, pretty villages and a change of scenery? The Upper Black Forest, in the south of Baden-Württemberg in Germany, is the highest part of the massif: it’s home to the Feldberg, its highest peak (1,493m). From Alsace, it’s very close, and easy to get to for a day, a weekend… and more […]

Bike rides for all with La Kutch!
By Laurène Philippot

Offering the pleasure of a bike ride in Alsace to everyone, including wheelchair users, people with disabilities, people with reduced mobility or the elderly, that’s what Steve and Baptiste from La Kutch are all about! I’ll take you on a tour of this wonderfully inclusive concept. Short video presentation See this post on Instagram A […]

Bacchus Tour’s – A Festive Day on Foot or by Bike Around Marlenheim
By Laurène Philippot

The Bacchus Tour’s is a free event starting in Marlenheim and taking place in the villages north of the Alsace Wine Route. The program includes marked trails for bicycles, mountain bikes, and hiking, as well as plenty of activities along the way. I went to check it out and loved it! Here’s my review and […]

Car-free weekend in the Bruche Valley
By Laurène Philippot

Would you like to spend a car-free weekend discovering one of Alsace’s prettiest valleys? I’ll take you on a “Bruche to doux” stay in the Bruche Valley! My summary I liked I liked less What is Bruche to Doux? The concept Bruche to Doux is a package designed by theBruche Valley Tourist Office to enable […]

On foot or by bike along the Climontaine ecotourism trail
By Laurène Philippot

Looking for an idea for a family walk or bike ride in the Bruche Valley? The Climontaine ecotourism trail is a 7km one-way route linking Saint-Blaise-la-Roche to the Etang de Steige. My summary I liked I liked less A lovely route for the whole family to discover on foot or by bike A pleasant route […]

Visit the Vitra Campus – Temple of design and architecture
By Laurène Philippot

Have you heard of Vitra? It’s a Swiss company that makes designer furniture—a true must-see for design enthusiasts! Good news: you can visit the Vitra Campus, which is full of wonders waiting to be discovered. Follow the guide—I’ll take you there… My summary I liked I liked less Where is the Vitra Campus? Vitra is […]

Where to eat the best flammekueche in Strasbourg?
By Laurène Philippot

Where to eat the best tartes flambées in Strasbourg? It’s often said that you have to leave the city to find an authentic flammekueche, but that’s a common misconception. After testing out a number of addresses, I’ve come up with 5 local nuggets. Between wood-fired cooking, farm produce and gluten-free options, here’s my selection to […]

What to do in Colmar when it rains? My 7 ideas
By Laurène Philippot

Even when it’s raining, there’s plenty to do in Colmar. If you’re just passing through and the weather’s not cooperating, don’t panic: there’s plenty to do under cover. Here are my ideas for discovering Colmar in the rain. Activity Ideal for Budget Good to know 1. Museums Art lovers, families € to €€ Colmar City […]